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Carey

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile

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Carey has extensive experience advising small, medium and large mining companies, both Chilean and foreign, that exploit all kinds of metallic minerals (copper, molybdenum, silver, gold and others) and non-metallic minerals (nitrates and others) on all the stages of a project and its implementation, from the beginning of its activities, its full operation, until the end of its cycle with the mine closure.

Carey's team is recognised for its extensive legal knowledge of the mining industry, including its regulatory aspects, with a comprehensive, interdisciplinary and modern focus on mining, water and surface rights, environmental, community and related technical aspects, including those related to its complementary works (ports, pipelines, aqueducts, process installations, etc.).

In addition, the firm has broad experience in the negotiation of mining contracts of all types, including complex agreements related to the financing of mining projects, with a practical and business-oriented approach. The team also has considerable experience in the most diverse litigation related to mining.

Clients (6)

  • Codelco
  • Teck
  • Glencore
  • Minsur
  • Melón
  • KGHM

Industries (2)

  • Mining
  • Mining Services

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Chile

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Carey is a pre-eminent full-service firm with a highly regarded reputation in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by an array of domestic and international clients in the mining sphere, including players in investment, exploration and extraction. Carey's lawyers are also well equipped to advise on operation agreements, M&A transactions and project finance in the mining field. The team also handles sector-specific administrative litigation against the state.

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Work Highlights

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  • Carey advised Codelco on the formation of a joint venture with SQM for lithium exploitation in the Atacama Salt Flat.

Strengths

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  • The Carey team stand out for their experience, technical knowledge and diligence. It is probably the best firm in Chile, and its size allows it to maintain high standards of quality and meet deadlines for any requirement.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

  • Carey’s team is highly specialised, with strong responsiveness, extensive knowledge of mining matters and a great deal of creativity in finding solutions to the challenges presented by unique transactions. It is undoubtedly the best team in Chile.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Rafael Vergara
    Rafael Vergara

    Rafael Vergara

    Pre-eminent practitioner Rafael Vergara enjoys a longstanding reputation as a top-tier practitioner within the Chilean mining arena. He routinely advises prominent mining companies on complex transactions and mining issues.

    • Rafael Vergara combines experience, legal knowledge, business acumen and sound commercial judgement, ensuring effective decision-making.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

    • Rafael Vergara has in-depth knowledge of the applicable law and the industry. He delivers specialised and strategic insights, and the quality of his work is outstanding.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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  • Maximiliano Urrutia
    Maximiliano Urrutia

    Maximiliano Urrutia

    Maximiliano Urrutia continues to garner client support confirming his notability for a range of mining matters in Chile.

    • Maximiliano Urrutia is extremely knowledgeable and flexible in his advice. He understands the commercial aspects of the business and consistently delivers strong results.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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